Wichita State University
What does it cost to attend Wichita State University?
The Cost of Attendance is an estimate of your educational expenses for each period of enrollment. It establishes average costs for different categories of students (i.e. full time vs. part time, in-state tuition vs. out of state tuition, etc) and is the cornerstone for determining your financial need for "need-based" grants, loans, and work-study. It also sets a limit on the total federal aid that you may receive as a student.
For information on Wichita State University's tuition and fees, visit the Tuition and Fees website. Official tuition and fee rates are set by the Kansas Board of Regents.
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance estimates below are based on an undergraduate student enrolling in 15 credit hours per semester, or 30 credit hours during the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters. Figures represent estimated academic year costs (excluding summer). You might spend more or less than these average estimates.
Undergraduate Student Living on Campus
| Budget Description | Kansas Residents | Non-Residents | Non-Residents with Shocker City Partnership or Shocker Legacy | Non-Residents with Shocker Select or Midwest Student Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $11,580 | $22,680 | $22,680 ($11,580 after discounts) | $22,680 ($15,630 after discounts) |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
| Food & Housing (On Campus)* | $13,840 | $13,840 | $13,840 | $13,840 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 |
| Student Loan Fees | $60 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Total (estimated) | $30,620 | $41,720 | $30,620 | $34,670 |
*Helpful information about choosing the right room and meal plan for your college budget can be found here: wichita.edu/budgetingandhousing.
Undergraduate Student Living with Parent
| Budget Description | Kansas Residents | Non-Residents | Non-Residents with Shocker City Partnership or Shocker Legacy | Non-Residents with Shocker Select or Midwest Student Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $11,580 | $22,680 | $22,680 ($11,580 after discounts) | $22,680 ($15,630 after discounts) |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
| Food & Housing (with Family) | $6,770 | $6,770 | $6,770 | $6,770 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 |
| Student Loan Fees | $60 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Total (estimated) | $23,550 | $34,650 | $23,550 | $27,600 |
Undergraduate Student Living Off Campus
| Budget Description | Kansas Residents | Non-Residents | Non-Residents with Shocker City Partnership or Shocker Legacy | Non-Residents with Shocker Select or Midwest Student Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $11,380 | $22,680 | $22,680 ($11,580 after discounts) | $22,680 ($15,630 after discounts) |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
| Food & Housing (Off Campus) | $13,420 | $13,420 | $13,420 | $13,420 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 | $2,430 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 |
| Student Loan Fees | $60 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Total (estimated) | $30,200 | $41,300 | $30,200 | $34,250 |
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Pathway to Nursing Program
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Pathway to Nursing Program
| Budget Description | Fall Entry (Fall 2026-Spring 2027) | Spring Entry (Spring 2027) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $18,510 | $9,430 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,330 | $665 |
| Food & Housing (Off Campus) | $13,420 | $6,710 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,430 | $1,215 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,380 | $690 |
| Student Loan Fees | $60 | $30 |
| Total (estimated)** | $37,130 | $18,740 |
**In their final semester, students should also plan on an additional $348 for exams related to professional licensure in nursing.
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Teacher Apprenticeship Program
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Teacher Apprenticeship Program
| Budget Description | Living Off Campus |
|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $8,700 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,330 |
| Food & Housing | $13,420 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,430 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,380 |
| Student Loan Fees | $60 |
| Total (estimated)** | $27,320 |
**In their final semester, students should also plan on an additional $150 for exams related to professional licensure in education.
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Media Arts
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance: Media Arts
Media Arts students admitted prior to July 1, 2026 typically have an additional $2,000 per academic year ($1,000 per semester) in costs for Media Arts courses. Students should refer to the College and Department Fees webpage for a list of course fees for the Bachelor of Applied Arts degree within the College of Fine Arts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cost of Attendance
In order to practice in my chosen field, I need to pay for a professional licensure exam during my final semester. Is this included in the estimates for my cost of attendance?
*Professional Licensure: If your program of study leads to a career field that requires professional licensure to be gainfully employed, you may have additional costs for that licensure. Follow up with your academic program to learn more about when you will need to obtain your licensure and what costs will be associated with obtaining the licensure.
For Accelerated Nursing and the Statewide Nursing Pathway programs, your examination and licensure expenses are estimated in your cost of attendance during your final year. If you are not in one of these programs but will have licensure or certification costs associated with being able to work in your chosen degree field - and you will incur these costs during your final semester, you may request these costs be added to your cost of attendance. Schedule an appointment with a financial aid advisor to discuss your options. Note that inclusion of a cost in your cost of attendance does not guarantee eligibility for additional financial aid.
Typical licensure costs include:
- Athletic Training: Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Exam; Kansas Board of Healing Arts: $458
- Audiology: PRAXIS Audiology Exam Fee, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, and Kansas Board of Hearing Aid Dispensing License: $506
- Building Level Leadership (Principal) Licensure: PRAXIS School Leadership Examination - Building Level, Kansas State Department of Education License: $485
- Communication Sciences and Disorders: PRAXIS Speech-Language Pathology Exam Fee, Kansas Department of Aging & Disability Services, Kansas Board of Hearing Aid Dispensing License: $506
- Dental Hygiene: Clinical Examination Fees (CRDTS, SRTA, CDGA, NERB, WREB, CITA, ADEX or State Board Clinical Examination), National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), Kansas Dental Board, National Practitioner Data Bank: $1,718
- District Level Leadership (Superintendent) Licensure: PRAXIS School Leadership Examination - District Level, Kansas State Department of Education License: $410
- Medical Laboratory Sciences: ASP-BOC (American Society of Clinical Pathology - Board of Certification): $250
- Nursing: NCLEX and Kansas Board of Nursing (License): $348
- Nursing (Doctor of Nursing Practice): Certification Exam and Verification Fee: $400
- Physician Associate: PANCE Examination and Kansas Board of Healing Arts License: $753
- Physical Therapy: NPTE Test and Kansas Board of Healing Arts License: $613
- School Psychology: PRAXIS School Psychologyist (5403) and Kansas State Department of Education License: $226
- Social Work: Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board (application, exam, and license): $380
- Speech-Language Pathology: PRAXIS Speech-Language Pathology Exam Fee, Kansas Department of Aging & Disability Services: $211
- Teacher Education: PRAXIS Principles of Learning and Teaching - 1 Test, PRAXIS Level Test (Elementary, Middle, Secondary), Kansas State Department of Education License: $320
My program of study requires me to have a computer. Is this included in the estimates for my cost of attendance?
If your program of study requires you to have a computer to be academically successful, follow up with your academic program to learn more about the type of computer you would need and how much the computer may cost. You may also speak with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships regarding the purchase of a computer that is needed for your academic program. Note that inclusion of a cost in your cost of attendance does not guarantee eligibility for additional financial aid.
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